Histotechnologist

CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories • Palmer, AK

1d • $27 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

The Histotechnologist prepares and processes tissue samples for pathologists to examine and interpret. The role requires intermediate histology skills and participation in leading and contributing to continuing education. Some duties require eligibility to perform high-complexity testing. The workplace includes environmental hazards such as formalin, communicable disease, and fresh human tissue. The Histotechnologist must follow HIPAA standards, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

The position is located at MatSu Regional Medical Center Palmer LLC in Palmer, Alaska. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The role is full-time, first shift, with no travel.

Requirements

• HT or HTL certification from ASCP.
• At least 1 year of Histology experience.
• Understanding of tissue structures, techniques, principles, theory, and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with routine handling of outside customer samples.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to learn new computer software.
• Ability to prioritize job tasks and meet deadlines.
• Prolonged sitting, lifting up to 20 pounds, manual dexterity, and walking are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain processors, microtomes, stainers, and coverslipping machines.
• Perform frozen section procedures as needed.
• Control hazardous waste and properly dispose of biohazardous and chemically hazardous materials.
• Perform immunohistochemistry (IHC) testing, including sendout preparation, quality control, and system documentation.
• Prepare reagents.
• Label slides and distribute cases to pathologists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, vision, and prescription plan options; employee-only HSA option at $0.00 per month or PPO option at $45.90 per month, with dependent plans available.
• Company-paid dental options, including employee-only coverage at $0.00 per month, with dependent plans available.
• 401(k) company match up to 4%.
• Paid time off accruing up to 15–30 days per year depending on years of service.
• Six paid holidays per year and two floating holidays per year.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Fully subsidized ORCA public transportation card and free parking at most sites.
• Company-paid Norton LifeLock Identity Protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed